Number 801 - 31st October 2015
Dynamo
awarded the David Berglas International Magic Award 2015. Last night, the Foundation for Promoting the Art of Magic awarded the
International Magic Award to Dynamo, seen here receiving the award from
David Berglas.
Dynamo received the award at a packed Hammersmith Apollo where he is currently
starring in his live show 'Seeing is Believing' as part of its UK tour.
Dynamo told MagicWeek, "David Berglas is a living legend in the world of magic.
Receiving this award, which has been presented to some of the greatest names in
magic worldwide is just amazing. I'm honoured and humbled."
The prestigious award was conceived by David Berglas and has been presented
annually since 2007. Previous recipients include David Copperfield, Derren Brown
and Uri Geller.
Photo credit: James Freedman.
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Dynamo Live. Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith, London, is reviewed by Marc Spelmann this week, Click Here. 31.10.15
Blackpool Magic Festival have just released some of the exciting
magic names booked for the Festival which takes place on 19th, 20th, 21st
February, 2016. Here's the first wave:
Jeff McBride, Larry Hass, Eugene Burger, Omar Pasha, Victor Voitko, Paul Wilson,
Shin Lim, Pat Fallon, Guy Barrett, Norman Barrett, George Kovari, Christian
Farla, Jay Sankey, Danny Hunt's Amethyst, Will Houston, John Martin, Ian
Rowland, Mark Mason, Gerald Le Guilloux, The Magic Eagles, Vladimir Volkoff,
Hector Mancha, Igor Trifunov, Donimo, Gwenaelle, Pierric, Otto Wessely, Duo
Monastyrsky, The Jindinis, Ken Dodd and Dave Bonsall, with more to follow.
All VIP registrations have now been sold. Gold Card registrations are still
available, but selling very quickly so hurry! It's going to be another amazing
three days of jam-packed magic! For full registration details visit
www.blackpoolmagic.com.
31.10.15
Piff
the Magic Dragon to open at The Flamingo, Las Vegas, on November 9th. Fresh from his success on
'America’s Got Talent'
and following record-breaking ticket sales throughout North America on his first
US tour, Piff the Magic Dragon will finally be debuting his long awaited
one-hour solo show on the Las Vegas Strip.
Piff and Mr. Piffles, the World’s Only Magic Performing Chihuahua, will perform
a selection of their greatest hits from a repertoire that stretches over six
previous critically acclaimed solo shows, with each routine featuring their
signature approach to conjuring that puts a new twist on the traditional magic
show.
But that’s not all! Celebrate the holidays with Piff’s Piffmas Piff-Tacular,
which will run Monday, December 21st through Wednesday, December 30th, giving Piff a
chance to take a break from the road and spread festive joy and good cheer like
a particularly irritating rash. All shows begin at 8pm inside the Bugsy’s
Showroom at Flamingo Las Vegas.
With more than 30 million views online, Piff the Magic Dragon became the
breakout star of the 10th season of NBC’s 'America’s Got Talent,' gaining more
than 250,000 new followers on social media. Howard Stern and Howie Mandel were
huge fans and singled Piff out as one of the funniest and most unique acts in
the history of the show. America agreed and voted Piff into the finals.
The Piff the Magic Dragon Solo Show and Piff’s Piffmas Piff-Tacular will be
performed Monday through Wednesday at 8pm inside Bugsy’s Showroom at Flamingo
Las Vegas. Tickets are $49.95 plus tax and fees for general admission, $59.95
plus tax and fees for VIP, $69.95 plus tax and fees for Circle of Trust and $100
plus tax and fees for a special backstage meet and greet.
www.flamingolasvegas.com. Guests must be 18 years or older. All dates for The
Piff the Magic Dragon Solo Show at Flamingo Las Vegas, as well as details of his
current US tour and tickets can be found at
www.piffthemagicdragon.com.
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"NJPAC Presents Piff The Magic Dragon" Click Here. 31.10.15
Impossible
to embark on major UK theatre tour in 2016. From the producers: It has just
been announced that Impossible, the most dangerous show the West End has
ever seen, will arrive at the Mayflower Theatre in spring 2016 before embarking
on its inaugural UK tour, visiting Liverpool, Birmingham, Sunderland, Stoke,
Edinburgh and Manchester. The show features the world's greatest illusionists
live on stage in a magic spectacular that will thrill and amaze audiences of all
ages. Tickets to go on general sale on Friday 6th November 2015. Fusing
death-defying stunts, technological trickery, grand stage illusions and close-up
magic in a fast-paced breath-taking performance, Impossible reinvents the
biggest illusions in history in the greatest magic show on earth.
Lloyd Wood (Director): “The Impossible team are embarking on an
extraordinarily exciting journey bringing together masters of their craft from
the UK and abroad to demonstrate their exceptional skill, dexterity and
fearlessness, presenting original and inventive stage magic. Exploring the feats
of the impossible with grand illusion, sleight of hand, daredevil escapology and
mind-blowing mentalism we aim to inspire and thrill our audiences from all
around the UK whilst taking them on a journey through the light and dark of
magic, mysticism and mystery across the ages.”
Jamie Hendry (Producer): “I am thrilled that after the phenomenal reception
audiences of all ages gave Impossible in London’s West End, we will be touring
the show around the UK featuring bigger illusions and spectacles than ever seen
in the show before. I’m delighted to see so many magic shows open since
Impossible launched last year proving the magic really is back!” For more
info visit
www.impossiblelive.com.
31.10.15
Jamie
Raven was the special guest on Loose Women on Friday morning, talking about
his upcoming appearance on The Illusionists, and his summer tour.
Available on ITV Player for the next 6 days:
Click Here.
31.10.15
Juan
Luis Rubiales UK lecture tour dates confirmed. Steve Gore writes: Juan Luis
Rubiales is coming to lecture in the UK for the first time. This is a real
treat! Juan Luis is a great magician specialising in close-up magic with coins,
cards, knives etc... He is a member of the Madrid Magic School (EMM), Jornadas
Cartomágicas del Escorial attendant and a direct student of Juan Tamariz and
León Camacho. Awards include: First Spanish Close-Up Magic National Award in
2005 and First Magic Valongo Portugal Award in 2006. He has a new DVD set out.
This is a rare opportunity to see him live! "Juan Luis Rubiales is one of
today’s most creative and original magicians. He has an authentic and unique
style. Like his magic, authentic and genuine; a real marvel. Thank you Juanlu
for what you are doing." Juan Tamariz.
Tour dates:
02/11/2015 The Magic Circle
www.themagiccircle.co.uk
(members only)
04/11/2015 Cotswold Magical Society
www.cotswoldmagic.org
05/11/2015 Sheffield Circle of Magicians
www.sheffieldcircleofmagicians.wordpress.com
06/11/2015 Bradford Magic Circle
www.bradfordmagiccircle.co.uk
09/11/2015 Newcastle Magic Circle
www.newcastle-magic-circle.org
10/11/2015 Blackpool Magicians Club
www.blackpoolmagic.com
11/11/2015 Shropshire Magical Society
www.shropshiremagicalsociety.co.uk
12/11/2015 Hull Magicians circle
www.hullmc.org.uk
16/11/2015 Manchester Circle of Magicians
www.manchestercircleofmagicians.co.uk
17/11/2015 British Magical Society
www.britishmagicalsociety.co.uk
19/11/2015 Nottingham Guild of Magicians
www.thenottinghamguildofmagicians.co.uk.
31.10.15
The
Young Magicians Club is a youth initiative of The Magic Circle. Last Sunday
they held their annual 'J-Day' one day convention with 90 young magicians in
attendance. Crammed into a full day were two lectures, one by Dave Loosley and
one by Andi Gladwin, a star interview with Scott Penrose conducted by Richard
Young, a close-up competition, a stage competition, a dealers hall, the YMC
Awards Ceremony and a Gala Show which featured Ben Hart as compere introducing
Andi Gladwin, Steve Hewlett, Scott Penrose with his special guest Megan Knowles
Bacon, Jamie Raven and Duncan Trillo. The awards were won by the following: The
Pete McCahon Award for originality was awarded to Theo Mellor, the Kaymar Komedy
Kup went to Fletcher Ransberry and the Fox Magic Technical Ability award was won
by Callum McClure. The Mark Leveridge Close-Up Cup was won by Amos Wollen with
Joshua Hennes in second place and Stephen Friend in third. The Alakazam Home
Counties Shield for Stage Magic was won by Callum McClure with Theo Mellor
second and Fletcher Ransberry third. The Marvin Berglas Rising Star Award was
presented to Jamie Raven and finally the YMC Member of the Year cup was awarded
to Fletcher Ransberry. Photo, l to r: Magic Circle President Scott Penrose,
Fletcher Ransberry, YMC Chairman Kevin Doig.
31.10.15
Andy
Nyman stars in the new West End play 'Hangmen'. Andy replaces Reece
Shearsmith in Martin McDonagh’s highly acclaimed play, when it transfers from
the Royal Court to the Wyndham’s Theatre where it will run from December 1st to
March 5th. He stars alongside David Morrissey and Johnny Flynn, who both starred
in the play’s original run. In interview Andy said "I am absolutely delighted.
It's a truly brilliant play, right up my street - very funny and very dark. I
can't wait to do it". For more info and to book visit: Tickets are available
here
www.royalcourttheatre.com.
31.10.15
Christmas Close-up
Magic at The Magic Circle - London.
Friday 18th December. An amazing collection of
close-up magicians presenting superlative magic right before your very
eyes. This event showcases some of the best close-up magicians available
and audiences get to meet the performers and experience the magic in the
intimate setting of the headquarters of the world-famous Magic Circle in
London, often taking part themselves. The format is of four tables, (two
in the Devant Room and two in the Clubroom) with a limited audience at
each. Four magicians of contrasting styles perform a 20-minute set for
each group in turn, typically with cards, coins and borrowed objects.
Volunteers are often used who will be as close to the magic as possible.
There is a 30-minute interval. Doors open 7pm, event starts at 7.30pm and finishes at 9.30pm.
Tickets £24.50 plus fee via
www.seetickets.com.
Venue: The Magic Circle headquarters, 12 Stephenson Way, Euston, London
NW1 2HD (Map).
Further details:
www.themagiccircle.co.uk/public-events. Although all shows are of a
universal nature and young enthusiasts are welcomed, 80 minutes of
close-up is not usually recommended for those under 12.
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Richard Wiseman is on the cover of Magic Magazine
this month, complete with extra sensory bear by the looks of it. Richard's
just uploaded a new Quirkology video 'The Impossible Pink Cards'
YouTube
that caught me out and made me chuckle, and will be speaking at
The Session in
January.
31.10.15
Eran
Blizovsky - Math Magic and Beyond lecture. Eran Blizovsky is
offering his "Math Magic and Beyond" lecture to magic clubs and
organisations worldwide and is now listed on our
Lecturers page. Eran Blizovsky has
been a professional magician for over 30 years, performing for adults
and children at both corporate and private parties. A certified CPA with
a BA in Business Management and Accounting, Eran has served for the last
20 years as the CFO and CMO in an international trade company.
Visit the Lecturers page for more
information and to make booking enquiries.
31.10.15
The Slammer
Halloween Special. "It's all gone very spooky in a
Halloween special as the Governor hatches a cunning plan to try and
scare Mr Burgess. Performing on The Freedom Show are goth pop band Betty
Curse, Penrose the Magician, Dr Bunhead and the Skeleton Crew." See
TV Magic.
31.10.15
Chris
and Belinda North's Victorian extravaganza: A Night of Mystery. A Night of
Mystery - An Extraordinary Performance of Amazing Magic and Unusual Phenomena
www.thevictorianconjuror.co.uk
will be appearing at the Fisher Theatre, Broad Street, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1EE
(Map)
next Saturday the 7th November at 7.30pm. This show features their own unique
presentation of the Spirit Cabinet and is receiving great reviews: "Just a
note to thank you for a really memorable night of magic and mystery. Your
professionalism and all round entertainment value led to a truly great night. We
have had many comments from the audience saying how much they enjoyed themselves
and how different and 'original' the show was". Tickets available online at
www.fishertheatre.org.
31.10.15
An
Evening of Deception, Cheltenham, Sunday night. From the organisers: The
magic is back in the 'house! Cheltenham’s fabulous magic night, An Evening of
Deception, is back at the Cheltenham Playhouse this Sunday night, November 1st.
It promises to be another night of magic and comedy with Mark Shortland and Alan
Hudson on the bill. Mark is a truly international magic star performing
everywhere from the Magic Castle in Hollywood to casinos in Las Vegas and
beyond. His magic is unique - a mixture of illusion and visual gags that the
edge of your seat was made for! Mark has won multiple awards and was most
recently honoured by The Magic Circle for his comedy magic. Alan appeared at An
Evening of Deception a few years ago but only for a couple of shows so we're
excited to bring him back for everyone to see! He'll be showing off his stunning
sleight of hand trickery as he misdirects you with his razor sharp wit! He's
recently been awarded Associate of The Inner Magic Circle and is a regular at
the Edinburgh Festival with his own show. Compered by Steve Knibbs, tickets are
on sale now
www.cheltplayhouse.org.uk.
31.10.15
Kieran
Johnson Bexley Magic Society lecture. Roy Marsh writes:
A Date for your Diary - the Bexley Magic Society is hosting the one and only
Kieran Johnson on Wednesday 4th November. About 80% of Kieran’s material will
have never been lectured before - so see it first at the Bexley Magic Society.
Kieron arrived on the Magic scene with a bang, in the form of his 'To The Max'
DVD, an effect which leaves the spectator with a block of ice in their hand and
a true sense of astonishment. Since then Kieron has unleashed his highly
acclaimed 'Chaotic' DVD and the ultimate finale to any impossible card location
effect in 'Remaxed Iceolation', where the spectator's signed card is encased in
a block of ice. Expect something unique and entertainingly outrageous!
We can be found at Barton Close, Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 8JP (Map).
Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start. It's only £10 for visiting magicians -
and 25p for tea and a biscuit! How can you possibly pass this over? Hope to see
many of you there.
www.bexleymagic.org.uk.
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Perth
Magic Circle Dinner & Cabaret. Adrian Harris writes: Following the successful Table Top Sale last week, the Perth
Magic Circle is
having a Dinner & Cabaret next Saturday, 7th November at The Grampian Hotel at
7.30pm. Following a three course dinner the cabaret will be compèred by Alex
Proctor and will feature Dave Andrews from London, who will perform both his
manipulation act plus his vent act. Top of the Bill is Michael Diamond and Jade
presenting their illusion act and this will be their first appearance in
Scotland with this act... another scoop for The Perth club.
Tickets have sold well and there are now less than 10 still available. We are
strictly limiting the numbers so that everyone is able to see what is a great
line-up, in comfort.
The Grampian Hotel is a privately owned, family run hotel, renowned for its
fine quality fare and warm welcome for all their guests. For more information
email adrian.harris@blueyonder.co.uk.
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Magic
& Comedy Nic & Leon - London. Nic Picot and Leon Thomson present an entertaining
evening of illusion, mind reading and a chance to win millions of pounds! 7.30pm
on Saturday 31st October. Box Office: 020 8340 3488. Tickets £15 (£12
concessions). Upstairs at the Gatehouse, Highgate Village, London N6 4BD (Map).
Leon is a young and up and coming member of The Magic Circle. Leon created and
performed his own illusion at a table tennis club in Barnet, where to the
absolute astonishment of the onlookers he walked through a locked glass door.
The live footage subsequently went viral on YouTube bringing Leon praise from
high profile magicians, his school and viewers of the illusion across the world.
Leon's talents range from exciting street magic to variety performances to
audiences of up to 3,000 people. Nic Picot has been performing magic since he
was eleven years old and joined The Magic Circle on graduating from Exeter
University. From the 1980's Nic performed professionally working all over the UK
and overseas including Bahrain, Dubai, Oman, Thailand, Miami and The Magic
Castle with Billy McComb. Nic has entertained at The Magic Circle in London
where he has also lectured several times.
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Zodiac
Magical Society. On Wednesday October 28th, the Zodiac Magical Society held its
bi-annual Francis Haxton Card Magic Competition. Pictured is special guest
magical judge Martin Cox (left), handing the trophy over to winner AJ Green. Second place
was awarded to Russell Levinson.
www.zodiacmagicalsociety.co.uk.
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Bexley
Magic Society Close-up Competition. Roy Marsh writes: On Wednesday 21st
October, Bexley Magic Society held their annual close-up competition for the
Marvello Cup. There were four entrants this year: Gary Jones, Kevin Goodwin,
Adrian Sels and Steve White. Each of them had to perform a set of not less than
5 minutes and not more than 10 minutes or face disqualification. After an
entertaining hour the eventual winner was Steve White (pictured right, receiving
the trophy from club President Chris Latham) Congratulations Steve and
commiserations to the other contestants.
www.bexleymagic.org.uk.
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Paul
Ormonde Magic Show -
Northern Ireland. From the organisers:
'Remember, remember the fifth of November!' This will certainly be a date to
remember. On Thursday 5th November the sky above Loughbrickland will be set
alight with magic. As part of the college's 20th anniversary celebrations the
Drama Department of New-Bridge Integrated College has invited Northern Ireland’s
popular magician, Paul Ormonde, to perform his magic show in the school's
assembly hall. Paul Ormonde is a member of The Magic Circle, London.
Tickets are available from the College reception. Adults £3.00 Children £1.50.
This will be an evening of mystery, fun and illusion as Paul and his assistant,
Perri, present a mixture of the classics of magic, including sawing a lady in
three! www.paulormonde.com.
31.10.15
Peter
D'Arcy. July 1927 - 29th September 2015. Quentin Reynolds writes: The
funeral of the late Peter D'Arcy (Peter John Syrett, July 1927 - 29th September
2015) took place on Friday, 23rd October in Leathehead.
I first encountered him through his book Children's Parties a Speciality, published by Goodliffe. Two complete one-hour themed shows were detailed, one about the house of The Little Crooked Man, and the other a box of large children's building blocks which contained tricks. At the end of the show the bricks were reassembled to from a castle. The portcullis was raised to reveal a live rabbit. Much to the chagrin of my mother, I took over part of the kitchen table for a couple of months as I made up this show.
Peter was a regular at the British Ring conventions for many years, often
helping as a steward and went on many of the Repro cruises. Five years ago,
after his partner John died, Peter moved to a retirement home in Chorley Wood.
Besides being a Gold Star member of the Inner Magic Circle, Peter was a top
Toastmaster and active member of the Concert Artists Association.
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Run, Rabbit, Run - Rights! James Griffin writes: "When I first started out in magic, I used the tin version of Run Rabbit Run for about 10 years or so. I then decided to make a larger version in wood as I was working larger audiences, plus I added two extra features. I have been using this version now for many years with great success. I have made enquiries to the rights about who owns the rights to the prop - but with no luck. Not wishing to step on anybody's toes, if anyone out there can help with any information relating to the manufacturing rights, or who I should contact, please get in touch. Thank you. Jimmy. jimmyjamesmagician@hotmail.co.uk telephone 01858 468277." 31.10.15
"Derren
Brown partners with Thorpe Park to create world's first 'psychological'
attraction"
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"An American magician takes his tricks to China"
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"David Copperfield’s disappearing Canadian tax returns"
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"Harry Houdini, legendary magician, dies at 52 in 1926"
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"Watch this Liverpool magician read a woman's mind"
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"Magician Dynamo talks fast cars, being from
Yorkshire and his dog ahead of Nottingham tour date"
Click Here • "Dynamo blows young magician's mind"
Click Here • "Criss Angel's secret revealed in trip to Australia"
Click Here • "Tim Minchin and Dynamo in first Old Vic variety
show"
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"Murray ‘Celebrity Magician’ Auditions for New Lead Assistant for his
show at Planet Hollywood"
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"Magician David Parr: 'We need some way to escape the confines of
everyday life'"
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Brian Watson's recent Cups & Balls lecture at the Hull Magicians'
Circle is reviewed by Ray Burrell this week,
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This is fun: "Aladdin Magic Carpet prank"
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And finally, absolutely nothing to do with magic, but Star Wars
fans will enjoy this trailer for 'Elstree 1976'
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Your UK magic news is always welcomed! See you next week, Duncan.
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